# ChatGPT Level 2 Canonical URL: ## Overview Unlock the advanced capabilities of ChatGPT in this hands-on course built for users ready to go beyond the basics. Learn how to choose the right AI model for your needs, compare outputs across models, and take advantage of features like Deep Research, Projects, and Custom GPTs. You’ll also explore tools for refining writing tone, generating images, and using ChatGPT’s voice features to create more natural, personalized outputs. Through guided exercises and real-time demos, you’ll practice customizing ChatGPT’s responses, organizing content with Projects, and developing your own Custom GPTs. You’ll learn how to prompt more effectively, test reasoning models, and understand when to use tools like Sora for image creation. ## What you'll learn - Compare different ChatGPT modelså to understand their strengths, limitations, and ideal use cases - Use reasoning and research models effectively, including how to leverage deep research features and connected apps - Train ChatGPT to reflect your unique writing style or tone using targeted prompts and style adjustments - Customize ChatGPT with saved preferences and learn how to create and manage personalized instructions - Work with Projects and Custom GPTs to organize tasks, files, and workflows tailored to your specific goals - Explore ChatGPT’s voice and image generation capabilities, including hands-on practice using Sora for visual outputs ## Prerequisites Students should have knowledge equivalent to our [ChatGPT Level 1](https://www.nobledesktop.com/classes/generative-ai-intro) course. ## Curriculum #### Understanding & Choosing the Best ChatGPT Model - How different AI Models work - Comparison of the different ChatGPT AI models - What is each model good for? & What is their usage limits? - Comparing Model Performance: Testing Prompts Across Models - Testing Reasoning Models vs Non-Reasoning Models #### Deep Research vs Web Search, & Reasoning Models - What is “Deep Research”? - Deep Research Usage Limits - Deep Research vs Web Search - Deep Research vs Reasoning Models - Deep Research Using Connected Apps #### Task: Ask ChatGPT to do things in the future - Example Uses for Tasks #### Make ChatGPT Write More Like You (or a specific writing style) - Adjust ChatGPT’s Writing Style via a Prompt #### Customize ChatGPT: Formerly Called “Custom Instructions” - How to Tailor ChatGPT’s responses to your specific needs - Make ChatGPT’s Writing More Natural (Less like AI) #### Projects: More Than Just Folders - Creating & Using Projects - Adding Files to Projects - Adding Instructions to Projects #### Custom GPTs: Tailoring ChatGPT to Your Specific Needs - What are Custom GPTs? - Finding & Using Custom GPTs - Creating Your Own Custom GPTs - Projects vs Custom GPTs #### Generating Images in Sora vs ChatGPT - Why create images in Sora instead of ChatGPT - Creating a Preset for Images in Sora #### Get Used to Talking With ChatGPT’s Voice Mode (Chat) - Ideas of How to Use Voice Chat - Voice Dictation vs Voice Mode ## Schedule - Jun 17, 2026 10:00am–5:00pm — NYC - Jul 15, 2026 10:00am–5:00pm — NYC - Aug 13, 2026 10:00am–5:00pm — NYC - Sep 16, 2026 10:00am–5:00pm — NYC - Oct 14, 2026 10:00am–5:00pm — NYC ## Instructors ### Dan Rodney — School Director, Instructor, & Senior Course Developer Dan Rodney has been a designer and web developer for over 20 years, creating coursework and leading innovative training initiatives at Noble Desktop. He teaches courses covering Figma, HTML & CSS, Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, and Power BI. Dan has also been at the forefront of integrating AI into design and business workflows, spearheading Noble Desktop’s latest AI course offerings. In addition to teaching and curriculum development, he writes custom scripts for InDesign (Make Book Jacket, Proper Fraction Pro, and more) and works with automation and AI-driven tools in his free time. You can find Dan on X (Twitter), LinkedIn, Facebook, and at danrodney.com. Learn more about [Dan Rodney's](/dan-rodney) background and expertise. ### Garfield Stinvil — Senior Instructor Garfield is an experienced software trainer with over 16 years of real-world professional experience. He started as a data analyst with a Wall Street real estate investment company & continued working in the professional development department at New York Road Runners Organization before working at Noble. He enjoys bringing humor to whatever he teaches and loves conveying ideas in novel ways that help others learn more efficiently. Since starting his professional training career in 2016, he has worked with several corporate clients including Adobe, HBO, Amazon, Yelp, Mitsubishi, WeWork, Michael Kors, Christian Dior, and Hermès. Outside of work, his hobbies include rescuing & archiving at-risk artistic online media using his database management skills. ### Mourad Kattan — Program Director & Instructor Mourad Kattan is an instructor and Program Director of Business, Finance, & Excel at Noble Desktop, teaching classes and designing courses in Excel, finance, accounting, and financial modeling. Before Noble Desktop, Mourad worked as a financial analyst at Credit Suisse and H/2 Capital Partners. In those positions, he used advanced analytical and financial skills to evaluate a variety of investments. Mourad graduated from the University of Pennsylvania summa cum laude and is part of the Beta Gamma Sigma honor society. Learn more about [Mourad Kattan's](/mourad-kattan) background and expertise. ### Christophe Drayton — Instructor Christophe is the instructor for the UX & UI Design Certificate, Figma Advanced, and Generative AI courses at Noble Desktop, and the founder and Chief Design Officer of Kaaiind, which specializes in Applied Artificial Intelligence in the Creative field. With over 20 years in Branding, UX Design, and Accessibility across Europe and the US, Christophe has positively impacted the digital experience of a large spectrum of companies, ranging from big data to startups, government entities to nonprofits, both in the private and public sectors. As an Educator, Christophe has led transformative and award-winning UX programs at Thinkful, the City University of New York (CUNY), and the Brooklyn Public Library, which have opened doors for underrepresented groups in tech who have secured roles at top companies like Google, Uber, Citi, and IBM. Most recently, he has developed innovative curricula about AI in the workplace for the University of Phoenix, LinkedIn Learning, and Coursera. Today, he focuses on developing Allie, one of the first AI-powered, patent-pending color-blind safe and WCAG-compliant design system generator, while concluding his 5-year fundamental research on color vision deficiencies in digital environments. Christophe believes in hands-on, practical application of human-centered strategy and ethical and inclusive design. He is passionate about sharing his knowledge to inspire and empower the next generation of designers, especially those entering the field through nontraditional paths. ## Pricing **Tuition:** $299